Honey Mustard Crispy Chicken Cutlets
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Mustard Crispy Chicken Cutlets, where tender chicken breasts are coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust and drizzled with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish promises to impress with its restaurant-quality taste and visual appeal. Get ready for a satisfying meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and lemon juice until combined.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with beaten eggs and another with panko breadcrumbs mixed with salt.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add chicken cutlets without crowding the pan.
- Cook each side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Remove from heat and let rest on paper towels briefly before serving with extra honey mustard sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (120g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate grated cheese into the breadcrumb mixture or swap out honey mustard for your favorite dipping sauce. To ensure crispiness, avoid overcrowding the skillet during cooking.